Farran Powell is the managing editor of investing at Forbes Advisor. She was previously the assistant managing editor of investing at U.S. News & World Report. Her work has appeared in numerous ...

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Editor's Note: APYs listed in this article are up-to-date as of the time of publication. They may fluctuate (up or down) as the Fed rate changes. CNBC Select will update as changes are made public.How ...

If you’ve already started your estate planning, congratulations — you’re ahead of the curve and protecting what matters most! As of 2025, only about 24% of American adults have a will or estate plan, ...